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Kitchen and inmates, Portland Prison, Dorset



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Kitchen and inmates, Portland Prison, Dorset

A kitchen or cook-house at Portland Prison, Dorset. Inmates in arrow-patterned uniforms stand in front of a row of large steam-heated cooking coppers. The prison opened in 1848 as a public works prison for convicts who were employed in quarries in the area

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1840s 1848 Arrow Conditions Convicts Cook Cooking Coppers Crime Dorset Employed Gaol Hard Heated Inmates Jail Kitchen L Aw Labour Patterned Portland Prison Punishment Quarries Quarry Stand Uniforms Workhouse


22"x18" Modern Frame

Introducing the captivating "Kitchen and Inmates" print from the Media Storehouse Framed Prints collection, exclusively sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image transports us back in time to the kitchen of Portland Prison in Dorset, England. Witness the stark reality of prison life in the late 1800s as inmates, clad in arrow-patterned uniforms, stand in front of a row of large steam-heated cooking coppers. This fascinating historical snapshot is a must-have for those who appreciate the intricacies of social history. Bring a piece of the past into your home or office with this beautifully framed print, sure to spark intriguing conversations and inspire reflection.

20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.

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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 45.7cm (20" x 18")

Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 45.7cm (22" x 18")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.


EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "Preparing Meals in Portland Prison's Kitchen: A Glimpse into the Past" This evocative photograph captures a moment in time at the kitchen or cook-house of Portland Prison in Dorset, England, circa late 1800s to early 1900s. The image presents a group of inmates, dressed in arrow-patterned uniforms, standing in front of a row of large steam-heated cooking coppers. The prison, which opened in 1848, served as a public works prison where convicts were employed in quarries in the area. The Victorian and Edwardian eras, during which this photograph was likely taken, marked a period of significant change in the prison system. The focus shifted from punishment to rehabilitation, and prisoners were put to work in various industries to learn skills and contribute to society. The kitchen was an essential part of this process, as inmates were tasked with preparing meals for themselves and their fellow prisoners. The inmates in this photograph stand proudly, their uniforms bearing the distinctive arrow pattern, which was a common feature of prison uniforms during this time. The large, steam-heated cooking coppers suggest the scale of the prison's kitchen operations, catering to a large number of inmates. The hardworking conditions of the prison kitchen are evident in the men's focused expressions and the steam rising from the coppers. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the history of Portland Prison and the daily lives of its inmates during the 1840s to early 1900s. The image stands as a testament to the transformative nature of the prison system during this period and the importance of providing prisoners with opportunities for work and rehabilitation.

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